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“I feel happy about the songs I've written. I'm a great lover of the craft of songwriting, and I sure admire it in other people when I see it - past and present. I feel comfortable with what I have accomplished. I feel happy to be able to work in that environment, and that I have a lot of songs left to be written, somewhere.”

Quote by John Fogerty

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John Fogerty is an influential American rock musician known for his distinctive voice and creative talent. Born on May 28, 1945, he was the primary songwriter and lead singer of the iconic band Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR). CCR achieved significant success in the late 1960s and early 1970s, with Fogerty's songs holding a significant place in rock music history. more

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